CHAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

CHAMA ELEMENTARY is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CHAMA VALLEY school district, located in CHAMA, NM with about 90 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, CHAMA ELEMENTARY has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CHAMA ELEMENTARY School, located in the mountain community of Chama, New Mexico, serves as a central hub for primary education in the region. As part of the Chama Valley Independent School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the unique cultural heritage of northern New Mexico. The faculty focuses on building foundational skills in literacy and mathematics while encouraging students to engage with their peers through a variety of classroom activities and community-integrated programs.

The school is deeply connected to the small, rural character of the Chama area, prioritizing small class sizes and personalized attention to help each student succeed. By utilizing its official district website, the school maintains transparent communication with families regarding academic calendars, extracurricular opportunities, and resources for student development. Overall, CHAMA ELEMENTARY strives to provide a stable, nurturing foundation that prepares its students for the transition to middle school and beyond within the broader Chama Valley educational system.

For more information, contact CHAMA ELEMENTARY at (505) 588-7285 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.